Just take me with all my stupid flaws
Changing me is like shooting in the dark
Patience please, I'll never be as perfect as you want me to
Take me with all of my beautiful scars
— Madonna, "Beautiful Scars." Rebel Heart. Interscope, 2015
We are shaped by what we endure. Our bodies, our memories, our gestures carry the imprint of experience, visible and invisible. This gathering is a tribute to those marks, not as wounds to conceal, but as stories to honour. In the turning of the season, we come together to create from the chaos, to collaborate through disruption, to nurture what remains.
Scars are not flaws. They tell us where we’ve been, what we’ve faced, and how we’ve chosen to continue. In this space, we do not hide our complexity. We celebrate it. We speak the language of contradiction, of beauty forged in struggle, of love that grows in the aftermath. We gather not to tidy our narratives, but to weave them into something whole.
This is a time to reflect, to reimagine, to reclaim. We do not erase what hurt us. We transform it. We make art from it. We build community from it. We find joy in the mess of it. Together, we honour the beautiful scars that make us who we are. We are not what happened to us. We are defined by how we live with it, how we shape it, how we share it.
"Pods in Pink" by Iris, oil on panel, 2025
Registration
Registrations are not complete until both registration and payment are received.
The registration fee is $450.00 in Canadian funds. Below is the breakdown of the costs per person:
Accommodation & food
Facility charges
Log cabin rental
Insurance
Tax
Total
$425.00
$5.81
$13.95
$4.65
$22.24
$471.65
Thanks to generous financial support from members of our Faerie community, we have been able to keep the registration fee the same as last year despite rising costs. We hope those with the means to do so will consider donating to our General Fund so that we can keep these magical events as affordable as possible for everyone into the future. Both one-time and monthly giving options are available.
Please fill out and pay for your registration by clicking the link below.
We do not accept cheques for this gathering. If you are unable to pay by credit card, please select the “Alternate Payment Method” ticket type on the registration form, and either send an e-transfer to the email address you will be provided, or wait for a volunteer to contact you if you require a different payment arrangement.
Faerie Fee Funds
As the costs of hosting gatherings rise and disposable incomes for many continue to shrink, the need for the Faerie Fee Fund (FFF) has become more urgent than ever. Together, we can ensure this resource remains available for those who need it most, allowing our gatherings to thrive as spaces of inclusion and connection.
A set amount of Faerie Fee Funds have been made available for this gathering. We can subsidise up to $250 of the registration fee for applicants on a low or fixed income on a first-come, first-served basis (subject to availability). Please request subsidy only if you need it, and request only as much as you need.
Having said that, if $200 is still too much for you to pay, we are also offering a small number of Full Scholarships. Instructions on how to apply can be found on the registration form. Please note the deadline for applying for a Full Scholarship is September 11, 2026. Unlike regular subsidized tickets, Full Scholarships are not first-come-first served but rather will be based on need, with priority going to underrepresented groups if we have more applications than we can accommodate.
We also encourage those who have the means to do so to directly sponsor someone they know who might be unable to attend for lack of funds. You can also donate to the FFF directly at the link below, or add a donation to your ticket purchase when you register.
Registrations are not complete until paid in full. Ensure that the registrant portion is paid immediately for the requested FFF support to be released. In the event the funds are exhausted, you will be invited to pay the full cost; and if unwilling, your partial fee will be refunded.
Registration Deadline
You can register up until October 8, 2026, if you also pay on the same day.
Wait List
We will keep a first-come, first-served wait list in the event we exceed capacity. If we do have a wait list, we encourage you to submit a registration application online (by selecting the “Please add my name to the Waiting List” ticket option), but do not send in payment until you have been notified by the registrar that a spot has opened.
Confirmation
A letter of confirmation will be emailed to registrants with additional details needed to prepare for camp. Confirmations may not be sent out immediately, so please be patient.
Cancellations
Cancellations received prior to September 25, 2026, will be fully refunded. After that date, the numbers are reported to Evans Lake, and we will have to pay for each reserved spot - therefore refunds for cancellations received after September 25, 2026, are dependent on us finding someone to take your spot. If you must cancel after that date, please notify the planning circle immediately.
Location
The venue where this magic manifests is the Evans Lake Forest Sanctuary. Located in the Squamish River Valley, on the unceded territory of the Skwxwú7mesh people, Evans Lake is an hour and a half drive from Vancouver, located 15 kilometres north of Squamish, BC. The secluded lake is surrounded by forested hills, overseen by the mammoth peaks of the Coast Range, and glacier-fed rivers.
Accessibility
The camp is on rather hilly terrain that may be a concern for those with mobility issues. We will try and accommodate you as best as we can and find solutions together.
Transportation
Parking is very limited, so carpooling is strongly encouraged. Please indicate on your registration form if you need a ride or if you can offer a ride. Both rider and driver can talk amongst yourselves about helping defray costs for gas. We can coordinate rides to Faerie Camp and a planning circle member will start arrangements in late September. There are also several bus services available to take you from Vancouver to Squamish and we can arrange pick-up there.
Facilities
Besides a kitchen/dining hall and sleeping cabins, there is a large recreation hall for heart circles, complete with comfy chesterfields and wood burning fireplace. We also expect to have use of a large log cabin as a meditation, bodywork, and quiet space during the day and as the Love Lounge during the evenings. Then there is the pristine mountain lake itself, ideal for canoeing and swimming. Bathing suits are allowed but not necessary. The lake comes with all amenities, including canoes and paddle boards. The site has a 10 km (6 mile) network of hiking trails. We will include additional details in your confirmation letter.
Accommodations
There are ten heated, “rustic” cabins, each having 11 single beds, communal washrooms, as well as additional limited sleeping rooms in the Recreation Hall for those with mobility issues (please indicate this on your registration form). Sleeping arrangements are not assigned unless you have made special arrangements for sleeping in the Recreation Hall. You must bring all your own bedding.
There is space behind the cabins for those inclined to sleep in tents. Space is assigned on a first come, first served basis. October weather can be unpredictable, so be prepared for rain and sudden drops in temperature. The registration fee is the same regardless of whether you choose to sleep in a cabin, tent, or vehicle. Due to limited parking space, the use of campers or RVs is discouraged. If you wish to bring one, please discuss it with the planning circle first to ensure space.
Meals
There will be three meals per full day (dinner will be served on the Friday after arrival and breakfast and lunch on the Monday of departure). The talented kitchen staff produces appetising, well-balanced, and nutritious meals, always including fresh vegetables and salad. They can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and other specialised diets, but due to the small size of the kitchen and crew, they may not be able to accommodate more complex requests. Please indicate if you have dietary needs on your registration form - you will be sent a separate questionnaire for more details - as they will only prepare special diets based on those registrations.
Mobile Phones
Signal reception is very erratic, spotty, and unreliable at camp. It is best to put your mobile phone away and fully interact with your Faerie Family face-to-face. There is a phone with the staff at Evans Lake available in case of emergencies.
Safety, Respect and the Faerie Ethos
We can all ensure the quality of the gathering by adhering to the sacred principles of faeriedom: safety, confidentiality, and love and respect for one another, including the caring staff of Evans Lake. Please only take, post, or share photos and videos with permission of the subjects. Our ethos calls on each of us to be responsible for our own experiences while respecting the dignity and enjoyment of others through Subject/Subject consciousness. Ask for what you need or want. Speak your truth with compassion. Be direct, be honest. Let your yes mean yes and your no mean no. But above all, be kind and patient with one another. Remember, consent is sexy and mandatory!